Instructions

What to record

This community website provides a simple and easy method for you to report possible sightings of new pest species to local biosecurity authorities. The reporting procedure is very simple to follow. Please record the following information:

Sightings of Corn Snakes and Red-eared Slider Turtles

Tell us what animal you have seen, when and where you last saw the animal using the online reporting form. By providing as much detail as you can, you are helping to prevent the establishment and spread of high risk species.

A picture of the animal

Sometime new pest species can look similar to Australian native animals. We work with a team of highly skill experts who can help identify the animal from the photo that you provide.

Please ensure your image is good quality by following the recommended guidelines here.

Your contact details

Local biosecurity authorities might need more information from you about what you have seen. By providing your contact details, authorities can gather essential information about the sighting, that can assist in further surveys and monitoring.

All information regarding personal details are managed privately and confidentially.

How to record information

Register and Login
Open the Map and use your mouse cursor to zoom to the sighting location
Select the 'Record a sighting' button at the top left hand corner
Click the location on the map where you saw the animal
Complete the questions in the form
Submit your record

Thank you for your report. The information you provide will be supplied to your local biosecurity group. Your contact details will be kept secure and confidential.